Pirelli Details All-Electric Aston Martin Rapide E’s P Zero Tires

Like many of its ICE-powered siblings, the all-electric Aston Martin Rapide E will be equipped with Pirelli P Zero tires, albeit ones that were created specifically for the new EV. According to the tire manufacturer, the Rapide E will require different fitments for the two axles, namely 245/35ZR21 (96Y) XL at the front and 295/30ZR21 (102Y) XL at the rear. These dimensions are actually similar to those found on the Rapide AMR’s tires. Meanwhile, the Y-rating means that the tires will be able to handle speeds in excess of 186 mph (300 km/h). Pirelli engineers are still working alongside their Aston Martin counterparts in order to fine-tune the tire specs. Aside from ensuring low rolling resistance to help with the range on one battery charge, the tires also have to endure the car’s acceleration and handling. This is where the individually optimized tread patterns come into play, helping the rear axle handle the high amount of torque coming from the electric motors. The Rapide E’s tires will also come with Pirelli’s Noise Cancelling System, where sound absorbing technology is said to reduce the frequency filtering through the car, as opposed to what you’d get with more conventional tires. Customer deliveries for limited edition Rapide E are scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2019. In a straight line, it is said to deliver a sub 4-second 0-60 mph (96 km/h) sprint time, thanks to it having just over 610 PS (602 HP) and 700 lb-ft (950 Nm) of torque… [Read full story]